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•Book 1 of the Chords of Courage Series•
"But that's just not true 'cause all of the scars
And the bruises, they're what make you human
We didn't need fixing all of this time
'Cause all of your edges fit right into mine
Fall into me
Everyone's broken and I got this missing piece
Honestly
You fit me like no-one
You're perfectly broken for me"
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To many, she's an angel in the chaos of war-
but even angels have scars.
1st Lieutenant Gabrielle "Halo" Knocks is a sniper, a spy, and a symbol of hope in the darkest corners of the battlefield. Working for both the U.S. Army and the CIA, she's earned her callsign by being exactly what others need when the world is burning-precise, unshakable, and untouchable.
But when she's reassigned to Task Force 141, her carefully built armor begins to crack. No longer a lone wolf, Gabby must navigate the complexities of a new team-and confront the shadows of her past. At the center of it all is Lieutenant Simon "Ghost" Riley, the most enigmatic man she's ever met. Cold, silent, and deadly, he's a mystery few dare to approach.
But Gabby isn't afraid of ghosts.
As danger mounts and secrets unravel, the line between survival and surrender begins to blur. And in the fire of war, two broken souls may find something worth fighting for-each other.
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Set before, during, and after Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II (2022)
Original characters and plot belong to the author. All CoD characters and lore belong to their rightful creators. The story expands on the in-game timeline for deeper character and plot development. (Soap lives in this universe, you are welcome.)
⚠️ Content Warning: Contains depictions of war, combat violence, character death, PTSD, childhood trauma, explicit sexual content (18+), alcohol use, strong language, and emotionally triggering material. Please read responsibly.
SLOW BURN | ANGST | MILITARY ROMANCE | FOUND FAMILY | ACTION
In collaboration with @AJQwrites and her Under Series.
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The Chords of Courage Series
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